All Reviews for Lunch & Breakfast Experiences

I had signed up for a different tour last time, but we ended up chasing dolphins in the bay, with phrases like, "Hey, chase them! They're over there! Look, over there!" and ultimately, we couldn't see them underwater. I thought to myself, "It's wild after all," when I saw the photos of people swimming with dolphins, thinking this was a rare case. However, to my surprise, I was able to see a pod of dolphins swimming underwater from above and the side, just like in the photos. I believe this was largely thanks to the instructors. They carefully guided us by saying, "Come over here! Look ahead, look down!" to show us where the dolphins were.

On the boat, the captain, who somewhat resembled Gary Sinise (which reminded me of Forrest Gump), along with the staff, performed hula and played the ukulele! Even when they were distributing the hamburgers for lunch, they always created a cheerful atmosphere that made the guests feel a sense of unity. The staff, especially one who resembled the cheerful enka singer Jero, helped create a relaxed feeling.

The only downside was that there was a family with a child around three years old, and at first, the child was crying loudly, which scared the dolphins away. I hope participants consider the age of their children when joining.

前回別のツアーに申し込んだのですが、イルカがいる湾内で、”ほれ、追いかけろ！あそこにいるぞ！ほれ！あっちだ”みたいな感じで、ひたすらイルカを追いかけて、結局水中では見られませんでした。やはり野生だからね~~と、こちらの一緒にイルカと泳ぐ写真をみたときも、こういうのはまれなケースだよと思っていましたが、なんと、写真と同じ、群れをなして泳ぐイルカを水中で上から、横から見ることができました。それはインストラクターのスタッフのお陰によるところが大きいと思います。”こっちきて！前見て、下見て”とイルカがどこにいるか、丁寧に誘導してくれます。また、船上では、どことなくケーリー・シニーズに似た船長（なので、フォレストガンプを思い出しました）とスタッフによるフラや、ウクレレ演奏！そして昼食のハンバーガーを配るときもいつも陽気にお客さんに一体感を感じさせる演出をしてくれます。親切で陽気な演歌歌手ジェロ似のスタッフを始め、リラックスした気持ちにさせてくれます。
ただ残念だったのは、3歳くらいの子供を連れた親子がいたのですが、最初子供が泣き叫び、その声でイルカが逃げて行ってしまいました。参加する人も子供の年齢を考えてほしいものです。

When you arrive at the establishment, everyone is very helpful. You watch a video of what to look forward to. Only thing I would have wished was for a small map that we could have taken with us, instead there's a big one on the wall. So what I did was take a picture of it with my camera. It's an easy walk to the beach, then you depart. It's great!! We opted for the bag, definitely do it, you can put everything you don't want wet in there. The views are great and you get a great workout for your arms, always a plus. Once you get to the islands, you get amazing views!! Some you can even snorkel in. Would be visiting again soon!

Although the weather was unfortunately rainy and windy in the morning, the breathtaking scenery of the sandbar felt like something out of this world (laughs). When the sun occasionally peeked through, it was just like being in a bath salt paradise!!!

And, believe it or not, you can smoke on the sandbar!!!! Just make sure not to litter~~!

The staff were all very friendly, and there was a nice mix of Japanese and foreign guests, creating a warm atmosphere. The cheeseburger for lunch was truly delicious, and even I, who usually gets seasick (though I did take some motion sickness medication), was fine. They also provide fins for snorkeling, so you can dive as much as you want!!!!

Before I knew it, it was already time to wrap up.

Moreover, the relaxed vibe of "feel free to join if you want~ or take a break if you need~" was fantastic. Plus, since I’m currently doing hula in Japan and the song was "KANEOHE," it really boosted my mood. I highly recommend it.

朝から雨＆風が強いあいにくの天気でしたが、やはりサンドバーのこの世とも思えない(笑)景色は最高でした。
たまに太陽が差すと、まんまバスクリンの世界！！！
そして、、、、なんと、、、、、

サンドバーでタバコが吸えます！！！！ゴミは捨てちゃだめですよ~~~！

スタッフはみんな親切な方ばっかりで、日本人と外国の方半々くらいでしたが和気あいあいとしてました。
お昼のチーズバーガーは、本当においしかったし、船酔いしやすい私も大丈夫でしたし(一応酔い止めは飲みましたが)シュノーケルはフィンも貸出してくれるので、素潜りしたい放題！！！！
あっという間に終わりの時間になってしまいました。

しかも、いきたかったらどうぞ~やすむならどうぞ~的なゆるい空気は、最高でした。
しかも、いま日本でフラをしていて曲がKANEOHEだったのでなおさら気分が盛り上がりました。
おすすめです。

I participated in the morning session of the honeymoon tour. The staff were very friendly, and there was a sisterly vibe with someone who could speak Japanese!

First, we went sea turtle watching, and so many honu showed up, plus a manta ray made an appearance! I was so moved to capture it all on camera.

At the sandbar, unfortunately, we couldn't fully enjoy the sandy beach, but the water was shallow enough to my ankles, and I couldn't help but have fun! We took about 3-4 photos, and they helped create some great shots!

Compared to similar tours, the snorkeling here didn't require wearing life jackets, which made it feel very free and enjoyable. The breakfast sandwiches were delicious too! This was definitely a tour I would love to join again! Thank you very much! (*´ω｀*)

午前中の早い時間をハネムーンで参加しました。
スタッフはとても気さくで日本語も話せるアネゴ肌のお姉ちゃん！
まずは海亀ウォチングですが、あんなにたくさんホヌちゃんたちが現れてくれて、さらにマンタまで登場！カメラにもしっかり収められて感動♪
サンドバーでは砂浜は残念ながら満喫出来ませんでしたが、足首程度の深さで思わずはしゃいでしまいました♪３~４枚写真撮影してもらいベストショットを演出してもらいました！
同様のツアーに比べてこちらでのシュノーケリングはライフジャケットの着用を強制しないので、自由な感じがとてもよかったです。
朝食のサンドイッチもおいしかったです！また是非参加したいと思うツアーでした！有難うございました(*´ω｀*)

This was a great tour.

I saw a lot of sea turtles and manta rays! I also enjoyed snorkeling at the sandbar, feeling the wonder of standing offshore. The guides and crew were friendly and attentive, which made the time feel very short. If I go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate!

ウミガメやマンタ、たくさん見ました！サンドバーも、沖合に自分が立っている不思議を感じながらシュノーケリングしたり、楽しかったです。
　ガイドやクルーも気さくに、それでいて細やかな心遣いのおかげで、とても時間が短く感じたほどでした。またＨＡＷＡＩＩに行ったら、是非参加したいです！

I wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our ride. We were a group of five, Joe Shonkwiler (wife Donna), Charlie Johnson, Jeff Goorsky and myself. Sarah and Heidi were our guides. We had an awesome time!!! The ride was fantastic, the views great, the lunch delicious, the horses perfect, Sarah and Heidi outstanding! It couldn't get any better than that. The girls got a kick out of my husband since he had never ridden before as well as being allergic to horses. He did great! Just enough breeze was blowing to keep the allergies at bay and his horse was the perfect babysitter. Thank you again!

Gunstock Ranch is terrific in every way. The scenery is spectacular and the trail guides are fantastic.

The staff is friendly, and I was impressed by the beauty of the sandbar! I was lucky to see manta rays and sea turtles as well. I want to participate again!

スタッフがフレンドリーだし
サンドバーの美しさに感動!
運良くマンタ、海ガメも見れてラッキー☆
また参加したい程です。

The entire experience was very nice. It's great! A good trip for anyone. We could have just stayed put and enjoyed the ride, but I did get in the water. They helped me relax and enjoy it. The crew was very helpful. We only had 8 people making it more personal. I have no idea how many they usually have. There is plenty of room to walk around and do your own thing.

~Margaret N. from GA

The crew was wonderful, very accommodating and knowledgeable. It was my most favorite thing about our entire Oahu trip! We loved being able to see the spinner dolphins jump. There were so many fish! My husband loved helping to put up the 450 pound sail. Not a day we will soon forget! We didn't want to get off the boat at the end of our time... we'll definitely be back.

Thank you for such a fantastic trail ride! Our guide, Brittany was great and it was so nice to have options for canter. Out of all the holiday riding experiences we have had, this has been the best by far. I can definitely say that if it wasn't for the 21 hour flight from the UK, we would be there every weekend!

It was disappointing that the sea was rough and I couldn't swim with the dolphins. However, I had a great time afterwards watching P-chan's hula dance and other fun activities. Next time, I want to swim with the dolphins!

海が荒れてイルカと一緒に泳げなくて残念だった。
でも、その後のピーちゃんのフラダンス等楽しい時間をすごせました。
今度はイルカと一緒に泳ぎたいな。

We were first timers kayaking and while the 2.5 miles we paddled to our destination was physically challenging the destination and overall experience was well worth it. Our guides, Sheila and Alex were great. Sheila has alot of experience and education and was very informative throughout the tour. We would do this again!!! Magnificent and beautiful.

Our tour driver had 20 years experience and was a fantastic person and very knowledgeable. The tour guides that took over at the various sights were top notch.

First time to Hawaii, this definitely was a must see. Our tour guide was very informative, he himself served in the military. He kept us on schedule, we had no long lines to stand in to receive our tickets, our guide received the tickets directly from the booth for our entire group, allowing us to enter promptly. The tour of Pearl Harbor was a very solemn reminder of the cost that has been paid to sustain our nation's freedom. Enjoyed the tour of the USS Missouri, the ship is massive, tour guide did a wonderful job pointing out the facts and point of interests on the ship. The tour of the Pucnchbowl & downtown was just as good. Our guide again shared alot of interesting facts & info. Well worth the time.

I participated with my 5-year-old daughter. The staff members were very good at Japanese and many were very caring, so my daughter was very satisfied.

It was my first time seeing dolphins and sea turtles up close! I was moved. The performance by the staff and the captain was excellent and fun.

The hula lesson in the great outdoors was also very pleasant and I was very satisfied.

For those worried about seasickness, it seems advisable to bring motion sickness medication.

５歳の娘と二人で参加しました。
スタッフの方々が、日本語が上手でとっても子煩悩な方が多かったので娘も大満足でした。

イルカやウミガメを近くで見たのは初めて！感動しました。
スタッフ＆船長のパフォーマンスの最高で楽しかったです。

大自然のなかのフラのレッスンも気持ちがよくて大満足でした。


船酔いが心配な方は、酔い止め薬は、持参した方がよさそうです。

A wish of a lifetime fulfilled. No disappointments here.

This is the second time we took Capt Bob's cruise, and it was as much fun as the first. The staff is always lots of fun and playful and really care about the customers. They always make sure you have a good time and there is lots to see and do. If you don't want to snorkel, you are welcome to sun bathe on the catamaran, no one forces you to do anything.
The staff answers all questions and it's a very fun afternoon adventure.

My family and i had an amazing time on this trip. The crew is amazing and very welcoming and easy to get along with. Playing water volleyball was interesting but very very fun! I would recomend this tour to anybody who wants to have fun and who wants to see some cool fish.

On our first trip to Hawaii, we found a plan that allowed us to enjoy the beautiful ocean, snorkeling, and sea turtles. On the day we participated, there was a Japanese guide who was very friendly. The crew was also cheerful, making for an exciting sailing experience.

The sandbar was incredibly beautiful, even more so than in photos, and playing volleyball there was the best. Although we didn't speak any English, it was true that "expressions speak louder than words."

There seem to be mixed opinions about the lunch, but the freshly grilled patties in burgers on the boat were fantastic for us. Unfortunately, we didn't encounter any sea turtles while snorkeling, but it was still very appealing, even though it was a bit cold.

Overall, we were extremely satisfied with this activity in terms of price, staff, and content. We were even generous with the tips (laughs). Thank you very much!

初ハワイで、綺麗な海、シュノーケリング、海ガメのを堪能できるプランは・・・と探して決定しました。私たちが参加した日は日本人ガイドさんもいらっしゃって非常に親しみやすかったです。クルーも陽気なメンバーでわくわくするセーリングです。
サンドバーは写真では伝え切れないくらい綺麗ですし、そんなサンドバーにネットを立てて行うバレーボールも最高でした。英語全くな私たちでしたが『表情は言葉以上にものを語る』ですね。
お昼については賛否両論があるようですが、船の上で焼きたてのパテをパンに挟んだハンバーガーは私たちにとってはサイコーでした。
残念ながらシュノーケリングでは海がめには遭遇できませんでしたが、それでも十分に魅力的でした。少し寒かったですが。
トータルで見てこちらのアクティビティは価格面、スタッフ、内容すべてにおいて大満足でした。チップ奮発してまうほどです（笑）
ありがとうございました。

I have been to Hawaii many times, but this was my first experience at a sandbar. Even though it's offshore, the sand made from crushed coral allows you to stand. It's surprising that not only can you stand, but it feels like just the tips of your feet are in the water. Standing in the middle of the ocean is astonishing. I think you may have seen it in TV commercials. Experiencing it in person was incredibly moving. I had fun playing beach volleyball with foreign staff and guests near the sandbar. Since I was the only Japanese participant, I hope more shy Japanese people will join in. We spent 45 minutes on the sandbar. While moving by boat to the snorkeling spot, I saw many green sea turtles coming up to the surface to breathe. It's reassuring that the staff swims with you during snorkeling. A lot of fish came to the bait, making for a fun time. It seems that even first-time snorkelers can enjoy it.

ハワイは何十回も行っていますが、サンドバーへ行ったのは初めての体験でした。サンゴが波で砕けてできた砂が積って居るのは沖合なのに足が立ちます。足が立つどころか足の先だけが海中にある感じで驚きます。海のど真ん中に立っているのは驚きです。テレビのＣＭとかで見たことあると思います。実際に体験するとそれはスゴイ感動モノでした。サンドバーのそばで外国人スタッフの人と海外からのお客さんと一緒にビーチバレーをして楽しみました。日本人はわたし一人だけの参加だったので、引っ込み思案な日本の人たちも参加してほしいなあと思いました。サンドバーでは４５分間上陸していました。シュノーケルする場所へ船で移動してるときは、ミドリウミガメが水面にいっぱい顔を出して息継ぎしている姿がドンドン見れました。シュノーケルの時にはスタッフも一緒に泳いでいるので安心です。餌に魚がイッパイ寄ってきて楽しい時間でした。シュノーケル初体験者も楽しめるようですよ。

I participated in the sandbar for the first time. It takes about 30 minutes by bus from the Waikiki hotel to the Kaneohe pier. After getting off the bus, I transferred to a boat to go. The foreign male staff on the bus shared interesting stories, so I wasn't bored. While on the boat to the sandbar, the staff sang songs for us. There were many foreign participants, but there were also Japanese female staff who provided explanations in Japanese, which was reassuring. When we boarded the boat and saw Chinaman's Hat, we arrived at the sandbar. This time, the water depth was about 20 centimeters. It was fun to play volleyball in the middle of the ocean. For those who were snorkeling for the first time, they allowed practice there. After that, we returned to the boat for lunch. The hamburger for lunch was very delicious. Drinks were also free and unlimited. After that, we moved by boat to another snorkeling spot. During the transfer, we were able to see many turtles, which was enjoyable. When snorkeling, feeding the fish attracted a lot of them, and I was able to swim happily over the coral.

サンドバーに初めて参加しました。
ワイキキホテルからバスでカネオヘの桟橋まで30分ぐらいで到着します。バスを降りて桟橋から船に乗り換えて行きました。バスの中でも外国人男性のスタッフが面白い話をしてくれて退屈しません。船でサンドバーに行く間もスタッフが歌を歌ってくれます。外国人の参加が多いですが日本人女性のスタッフもいますから日本語説明してくれますので安心です。船に乗ってチャイナマンズハットが見えてくるとサンドバーに到着しました。今回は20センチくらいの水深でした。
海の真ん中でバレーボールをしたりと手も楽しいです。
シュノーケルが初めての人はそこで練習もさせてくれます。
その後船に戻ってランチが始まります。
ランチのハンバーガーはとても美味しかったです。
ドリンクも無料で飲み放題でした。
その後またシュノーケルをする場所まで船で移動しました。
移動のときも亀をたくさん見ることができて楽しかったです。シュノーケルは、餌をやるといっぱい魚が寄ってきてサンゴの上を楽しく泳ぐことができました。

I circled around Oahu, and the sandbar was the most beautiful and left the biggest impression on me. There were about 20 participants, and among them, there were 7 Japanese, including us, and there was also a Japanese staff member, which made me feel very secure.

Standing in the shallow waters in the middle of the ocean was a surreal sight, and enjoying beer and BBQ while looking at the scenery of the sea transitioning from transparent to a light turquoise blue was pure happiness. We also played beach volleyball with a net set up, and I was able to have fun interacting with foreign participants despite the language barrier.

Photos taken from any angle and of any person turned out beautifully. Moreover, it wasn't just that; we also had opportunities for sea turtle watching and snorkeling, making it an absolutely perfect tour. I highly recommend it!

オアフ島を１周したのですが、サンドバーはその中でも１番きれいで１番印象に残りました。参加者は２０名程でそのうち日本人は私たちを含めて７名、日本人のスタッフもいてとても安心しました。
海の真ん中に浅瀬が浮かびそこに自分が立っている不思議な光景と、海は透明から淡いターコイズブルーへと広がるその景色を見ながらのビールとバーべＱは幸せすぎました。またネットが張られビーチバレーをしました。言葉が通じない外国の方とも楽しく交流もできました。写真はどの角度からでも、どんな人でも絵になります。また、それだけではなく海がめ観察やシュノーケリングなど、まさに至れり尽くせりの最高のツアーでした。絶対お勧めです。

Hawaii is not just Oahu. Indeed, the Big Island is different. The sheer size and wonder of its natural beauty left me in awe. Seeing the flow of lava with my own eyes overwhelmed me with the differences compared to Japanese volcanoes. This is a sight that you can only understand by seeing it; the scale is indescribable. The schedule of leaving at 5 AM and returning at 8 PM was certainly tough. However, upon arriving at Kona Airport and making my way back from Hilo Airport, I truly felt the vastness and simplicity of the Big Island, and I sensed that I would choose to stay on the Big Island for my next trip. It was disappointing that the lava flow had stopped, but I look forward to the next time.

オアフ島のハワイだけがハワイではないですね。
確かにハワイ島は違います。
なんと言っても、その大自然の大きさと驚異に脱帽です。
溶岩の流れた様をこの目で見て、日本の火山との違いに圧倒されました。
これは見てみなければ分からない光景で、説明できない大きさです。
確かに朝５時出発で午後８時帰着のスケジュールは大変でした。
しかし、コナの空港に着き、ぐるっと回ってヒロの空港からの帰路でしたが、ハワイ島の大きさと素朴さを実感し、次回からの旅行にハワイ島での滞在を選択させる予感を覚えました。
溶岩の流れが止まっていて残念でしたが、次回に期待したいです。

I participated at the end of January.

The time spent on the boat was shorter than I expected, and although I took motion sickness medication just in case, I didn't really need it.

The sandbar was shallow, about 10 centimeters below my knees. Surrounded by the ocean in all directions, the view was absolutely stunning and I was moved!

There were about five groups of Japanese people, but more than half were foreigners. There were also staff members who spoke Japanese and were very kind, reaching out to us. I don't understand English, but the foreign staff's vibe was really fun and enjoyable.

I was excited to see sea turtles swimming and took photos of them.

After that, we moved to the snorkeling spot, but I felt the water temperature was low, so I enjoyed sunbathing on the boat while watching. That was also pleasant and enjoyable.

I think anyone who hasn't experienced a sandbar before would have a great time!

If I go again, I would like to visit in the summer and try snorkeling again.

1月の終わりに参加しました。

ボートに乗っている時間も思っていたよりも短くて
念の為酔い止めを飲みましたが、必要なかったなと思いました。

サンドバーは浅いところでひざ下10センチ位でした。
360度海に囲まれて景色はとても最高で感動しました！

日本人5組程で半数以上は外人の方ばかりでしたが、
日本語の話せるスタッフの方もいてとても優しく
声をかけてくれました。
英語は分からないですが、外人のスタッフの方のノリが
とてもおもしろくて楽しめました。

海亀が泳いでいる姿も見れ、興奮して写真とりました。

その後、シュノーケルスポットへ移動しましたが
私は水温が低く感じてボートの上で日光浴をしながら
見ていましたが、それはそれで気持ちよくて楽しめました。

まだサンドバーを経験したことの無い人なら楽しめると思います！

次回行くならば、夏に行ってシュノーケルをリベンジしたいです。

We participated as a family of four, consisting of a senior couple and two daughters. The activity included transportation, and when we got off the bus that picked us up at the meeting point, we were greeted by a captain with a stern face. However, his eloquence drew us in and made us laugh, making the approximately 45-minute ride to the dock feel short.

Upon arriving at the sandbar on our private boat, I was amazed to discover such a place in the middle of the spacious Kaneohe Bay… it felt like a miracle of nature. With waves breaking on the distant reef and the green mountains and islands surrounding the bay, there’s no other place where you can relax like this.

Previously, I always went to Hanauma Bay for its coral sea, but the coral I saw while snorkeling here was all alive. The variety of colorful fish and coral is incredible, and I highly recommend bringing a waterproof camera. We also saw many HONU (turtles), so there’s no doubt you’ll have a great time.

Unfortunately, when we participated, it was during a full moon, and the water depth was about 10-15 cm. If you want to fully enjoy the white sandbar, it seems best to check the tide and go around the middle of the new moon and full moon. I also appreciated the captain's singing (he was referred to as the general)… it was a delightful experience.

シニアの夫婦と娘２人の家族４人での参加です。
送迎付のアクティビティ、集合場所に迎えに来てくれたバスから降り立ったのは、厳つい顔のキャプテン？。
でもその饒舌なこと、話に引き込まれたり笑わせられたりで、船着き場までの約４５分が短く感じられました。
そして、専用ボートで到着したサンドバー。
広々としたカネオヘ湾の真ん中に、こんな場所があるなんて…大自然の奇跡です。
遠くにリーフでくだける波、湾を囲む緑の山々と島、こんなにのんびりとできる場所は、他には無いのでは。
今まで珊瑚の海ということで、ハナウマ湾へ行くのが常でしたが、シュノーケルで見た珊瑚は、全てが生きている珊瑚。
様々な色の魚と珊瑚、絶対に防水のカメラを持って行くことをお勧めします。
HONU（亀）も数多く見ることができ、楽しめること間違いなしです。
ただ残念なことに、参加したときは満月の時期、10~15cmほどの水深でした。
ホワイトサンドバーを十分に楽しみたいときは、潮の満ち引きの確認を、新月と満月のちょうど真ん中が良いようです。
キャプテン（ジェネラルと言われていた）の歌にも…感謝です。楽しませていただきました。

As soon as we set off by boat, the view of the Ko'olau mountain range from the sea is truly majestic, just as it has been featured in movies and dramas. The sandbar was incredibly beautiful and exceeded my expectations. There were areas shallow enough to reach my ankles. Sitting there felt a bit like being in a hot spring... There was also a Japanese guide, so even if you don't understand English, you can feel at ease, and I was very satisfied. At the sandbar, we could play volleyball and practice snorkeling for about an hour, and just relax. You can also enjoy drinks (for a fee). The hamburger for lunch was delicious. During this season, it can get a bit chilly when it's cloudy, so we Japanese wore long-sleeved parkas and covered ourselves with beach towels. We were able to warm up with hot drinks. I felt a bit disappointed that the snorkeling might have been clearer if the sun had been out. However, as a beginner, I felt safe jumping in because there were life jackets available. They throw food into the water while you're swimming, so you can see plenty of fish. I was able to see a turtle floating on the surface of the water from the boat. It was so cute. Thank you for a very enjoyable and healing experience.

ボートで出発してすぐに海からみるコオラウ山脈は映画やドラマの舞台となっているだけあって、荘厳な姿が目に焼き付きます。サンドバーはとてもきれいで想像以上でした。足首くらい浅いところもありました。座っていると若干温泉気分に。。。日本人のガイドさんもいて英語がわからなくても安心、大満足です。サンドバーでは小一時間くらいバレーボールやシュノーケルの練習、ゆっくりすることができます。お酒も（有料ですが）楽しめます。ランチのハンバーガーもおいしかったです。この季節は曇ると少し寒いので日本人の私たちは長袖のパーカやビーチタオルをかぶっていました。暖かい飲み物が頂けたので暖まりました。シュノーケルも日がでていたらもう少しきれいだったのかなと少し残念です。ただ初心者の私でもライフジャケットがあったので安心して飛び込むことができました。泳いでいるところに餌をなげてくれるので、たくさん魚もみられます。亀は船から海面に浮いているところをみることができました。可愛かったです。とても楽しく癒される体験をありがとうございました。

It was difficult to expect to see a sandbar like the ones in guidebooks, so I tried to keep my expectations low when participating.

However, perhaps due to the good conditions on the day, a very long sandbar formed, and it felt like I could walk out into the middle of the ocean, which was an impressive sight.

Additionally, there was a Japanese guide, which made me feel very comfortable participating in the tour.

The stay on the sandbar was about an hour, but I think everyone could fully enjoy their time taking photos, playing beach volleyball, lying down and gazing at the sky, and snorkeling.

At that time, the Japanese guide also came down from the boat and took many photos for us, which I really appreciated.

Afterward, we ate hamburgers that were grilled on the boat and did some sea turtle watching from the boat. Since we were watching from the boat, we could only see the turtles' heads popping up, which was a bit disappointing for me as I wanted to swim with them.

But luckily, five manta rays came close to the boat, and we were able to see them.

Finally, we went snorkeling around a coral reef that was about the size of a football field.

I have a scuba diving license and have seen coral reefs several times, but this was the most beautiful one I have ever seen. It spread out like a flower garden just a few dozen centimeters below the surface.

I also went snorkeling at Hanauma Bay the day before, but the coral there seemed mostly dead, and I could hardly see any coral, just black rocks, although I did spot some fish that were larger than those in the true reef. Here, the coral was truly wonderful, and there were many fish, but there weren't many large ones. It probably depends on personal preference; I definitely preferred this one.

After snorkeling, there was no place to change until we returned to the hotel, so we took the bus back in our swimsuits. I think women who are sensitive to the cold should definitely bring something like a hoodie for warmth. Alternatively, I thought it would be best to change on the boat using a towel that forms a circle. It was really cold.

Overall, it was a very satisfying tour. I would love to participate again when I visit Hawaii.

なかなか、ガイドブックで見るようなサンドバーが出ている状態で見るのは難しいのではないかとあまり期待をしないように自分を抑えて参加をしました。

しかし、実際は当日のコンディションもよかったせいか、とても長いサンドバーができて、どこまでも海の真ん中を歩いていけそうな感じで、感動的な光景を見ることができました。

あと、ちゃんと日本人のガイドさんも1人いらっしゃったので、とても安心してツアーに参加できました。

サンドバーの滞在時間は１時間ほどでが、写真を撮ったり、ビーチバレーをしたり、寝転んで空を眺めたり、シュノーケリングをしたりとそれぞれの時間を十分満喫できると思います。

このとき。日本人ガイドさんも船から下りてきてくれて写真を沢山とってくれました。とても有難かったです。

その後、船で焼いてくれたハンバーガーを食べて、船の上から海亀ウォッチングをしました。船の上からのウォッチングだったので、ちょこんと出す頭を見れるだけなので亀と一緒に泳ぎたかった私的にはちょっと残念でした。

でも運よくマンタが5匹が船のすぐそばまで寄ってきて見ることができました。

最後に、フットボールコート1面くらいある珊瑚礁の周りをシュノーケリングをしました。

私は、スキューバーダイビングのライセンスがあるので、何度が珊瑚礁を見たことありますが、私が今まで見た中で一番美しかったです。水面から数十センチのところにお花畑のように一面に広がっていました。

ハナウマ湾でも前日シュノーケリングをしたのですが、そちらの珊瑚礁はほとんど死んでいるのかあまり珊瑚がみれず、黒い岩ばかりでしたが、真タイより大きいような魚がポツポツ見れました。こちらは珊瑚礁がホントに素晴らしく魚も沢山いますが、大型の魚はあまりいませんでした。どちらが良いかは好みですかね。私は、断然こちらの方が好きです。

シュノーケリング後はホテルに帰るまで着替えの場所はないので、水着のままバスに乗りホテルまで帰ります。寒さに弱い女性の方は、パーカーとか寒さ対策できるもの必ず持っていった方が良いと思います。
又は、輪になっているタオルのようなもので船の上で着替がえるのが1番良いと思いました。ホント寒かったです。

全体的に大満足なツアーでした。
またハワイに行った時はぜひ参加したいです。

I visited Sandbar for the first time, and the sandy beach in the ocean was a mysterious and beautiful sight! Additionally, I got to see sea turtles up close and went snorkeling near the coral to see various fish. It was a packed tour, and I would love to participate again!

初めてサンドバーに行きましたが、海の中にある砂浜のは不思議＆きれいな景色でした！また、ウミガメを間近で見たり、サンゴのそばでさまざまな魚を見るシュノーケリングをしたりと盛りだくさんなツアーで、また参加したいと思いました！